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Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrow

Disappointments, setbacks, loss, and suffering seem to define the life of Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Embracing God’s Plan

God’s will is written on our hearts and is meant to lead us to a profound peace and…

Lonely, but Never Alone

Reflect The holidays are a time of joy for many. For those who are alone, however, it is…

St. Francis and His Canticle of the Creatures

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New Pathways of Prayer

The essence of prayer consists in humble waiting—in a childlike spirit of openness, expectation, and listening.

Mary: Untier of Knots

When life gets complicated or messy, who better to go to than our mother?

Statue of St. Francis

The Peace Prayer

This author shows how you can use this well-known prayer as a guide to inner healing and loving yourself. 

Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrow

Disappointments, setbacks, loss, and suffering seem to define the life of Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Embracing God’s Plan

God’s will is written on our hearts and is meant to lead us to a profound peace and…

Woman praying rosary

Lonely, but Never Alone

Reflect The holidays are a time of joy for many. For those who are alone, however, it is…

Who was Blessed Carlo Acutis?

Man prays by a lake

Talking to God

May 23, 2024

Praying is about seeing, hearing, serving; it’s about abiding in God’s loving and merciful presence. But certain conditions are essential to prayerfulness.

Postures of Prayer

May 21, 2024

Sitting, standing, and kneeling during Mass each have their own distinct role in helping us fully experience and appreciate the liturgy. 

man praying
St. Francis surrounded by light

Who Was St. Francis?

October 4, 2024

He used to praise God the Artist. Whatever joy he found in things made he referred to their maker. He rejoiced in all the works of God’s hands. Everything cried out to him, “He who made us is infinitely good!”